Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in Frankfort, IN

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Dr. Andrea Papa-Molter
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
(463) 220-4991 View (463) 220-4991
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Michelle McCarthy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
(463) 252-3548 View (463) 252-3548
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Shannon Bucciarelli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, B-C
Verified Verified
Serves Area
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
(463) 583-9878 View (463) 583-9878

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Photo of Greta Logan Krause - Krause Wellness, Psychiatrist, DO
Krause Wellness
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
My areas of specialty include mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, adult ADHD, and traumatic brain injury.
My primary goal for each and every one of my patients is to assist them in reaching their optimal state of health in order that they may resume living with renewed hope and passion. Though my training and focus initiated in psychiatry, I believe that problems related to depressed mood, insomnia, weight gain/loss, fatigue, and anxiety are actually only symptoms of dysfunction and or inflammation in other systems of the body. These underlying causes of poor health must be identified and treated correctly in order for the patient to achieve optimal physical and mental health.
My areas of specialty include mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, adult ADHD, and traumatic brain injury.
My primary goal for each and every one of my patients is to assist them in reaching their optimal state of health in order that they may resume living with renewed hope and passion. Though my training and focus initiated in psychiatry, I believe that problems related to depressed mood, insomnia, weight gain/loss, fatigue, and anxiety are actually only symptoms of dysfunction and or inflammation in other systems of the body. These underlying causes of poor health must be identified and treated correctly in order for the patient to achieve optimal physical and mental health.
(317) 316-3026 View (317) 316-3026
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Brett A Presley
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zionsville, IN 46077
At my private practice, I greatly enjoy helping people dealing with mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and some substance use disorders.
I have over 25 years of experience in psychiatry since graduating from Indiana University School of Medicine and its Psychiatry residency program. I have worked in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings, both in community mental health and in private practice. My work has also included medically-assisted treatment programs for opioid use disorder.
At my private practice, I greatly enjoy helping people dealing with mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and some substance use disorders.
I have over 25 years of experience in psychiatry since graduating from Indiana University School of Medicine and its Psychiatry residency program. I have worked in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings, both in community mental health and in private practice. My work has also included medically-assisted treatment programs for opioid use disorder.
(317) 699-7208 View (317) 699-7208
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Morgan Nickless
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have experience with clients experiencing mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder and depression.
My approach to mental healthcare is a combination of offering medication and helping develop coping skills to treat symptoms. I involve psychoeducation, supportive therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques in sessions. I believe that you are the expert on how you feel and together we can come up with a strategy to improve mental wellness.
I have experience with clients experiencing mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder and depression.
My approach to mental healthcare is a combination of offering medication and helping develop coping skills to treat symptoms. I involve psychoeducation, supportive therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques in sessions. I believe that you are the expert on how you feel and together we can come up with a strategy to improve mental wellness.
(765) 305-4479 View (765) 305-4479
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Zeba Madni
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
Madni's area of expertise includes Major depressive disorder, Mood disorders, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality disorder, Generalized Anxiety disorder, Social Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorders, and psychosis in patients ages 18-65.
Dr. Zeba Madni is a Psychiatrist in Indiana who has been practicing since 2012. Dr. Madni completed her medical degree through Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Aligarh, India. She went on to complete her residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Madni's interest to become a psychiatrist came from her interest in patients' stories and the need to help them, educate them and encourage them to take an active role in their care.
Madni's area of expertise includes Major depressive disorder, Mood disorders, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality disorder, Generalized Anxiety disorder, Social Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorders, and psychosis in patients ages 18-65.
Dr. Zeba Madni is a Psychiatrist in Indiana who has been practicing since 2012. Dr. Madni completed her medical degree through Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Aligarh, India. She went on to complete her residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Madni's interest to become a psychiatrist came from her interest in patients' stories and the need to help them, educate them and encourage them to take an active role in their care.
(317) 483-4705 View (317) 483-4705
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Katherine Monica Kelly
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN MSN , FNP-C
Verified Verified
Online Only
My areas of practice include addressing Depression; Anxiety; Bipolar Disorder; ADHD/ADD; Mood Disorders; Schizophrenia; Addictions and other disorders.
I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of experience working with children and adults of all ages. Our minds and bodies work together and when one area is not healthy, other areas can struggle as well. My goal is to assist in rebuilding a healthier and happier person inside and out.
My areas of practice include addressing Depression; Anxiety; Bipolar Disorder; ADHD/ADD; Mood Disorders; Schizophrenia; Addictions and other disorders.
I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of experience working with children and adults of all ages. Our minds and bodies work together and when one area is not healthy, other areas can struggle as well. My goal is to assist in rebuilding a healthier and happier person inside and out.
(317) 876-3699 View (317) 876-3699
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Abimbola Oluwasesin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46268
I help clients with different areas of struggle in Mental health ranging from behavioral disorders, psychotic disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Substance use, Sleep Disorder and others.
I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well. I am based in Indiana, I offer office visits as well as virtual appointments. I am dedicated to improving the mental wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan.
I help clients with different areas of struggle in Mental health ranging from behavioral disorders, psychotic disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Substance use, Sleep Disorder and others.
I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well. I am based in Indiana, I offer office visits as well as virtual appointments. I am dedicated to improving the mental wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan.
(765) 275-9932 View (765) 275-9932
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Daniel B Shepler
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescents and adults.
I manage medications related to mental health issues and work with patients to develop a treatment plan. The goal of treatment is to help my clients improve their mental health and overall quality of life.
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescents and adults.
I manage medications related to mental health issues and work with patients to develop a treatment plan. The goal of treatment is to help my clients improve their mental health and overall quality of life.
(317) 900-4146 View (317) 900-4146
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Kristy Page
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Depression, including Spravato (esketamine) treatment, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, OCD, Insomnia, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease and GeneSight testing.
Kristy Page is a board-certified FNP and PMHNP. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from Purdue University and her Master of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Degree from Ball State University and her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. Kristy is extremely passionate about the mental health and well-being of her patients. Kristy is licensed in both Indiana and Florida. Kristy is accepting new patients in both states and does in-person or virtual visits.
Depression, including Spravato (esketamine) treatment, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, OCD, Insomnia, ADHD, Trauma, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease and GeneSight testing.
Kristy Page is a board-certified FNP and PMHNP. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from Purdue University and her Master of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Degree from Ball State University and her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. Kristy is extremely passionate about the mental health and well-being of her patients. Kristy is licensed in both Indiana and Florida. Kristy is accepting new patients in both states and does in-person or virtual visits.
(317) 648-0979 View (317) 648-0979
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Abimbola D Oluwasesin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
I specialize in Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, psychotic disorders and many more mental health specialties and diagnosis.
I offer a holistic care encompassing all areas of mental health wellbeing and also dedicating my time to provide quality, compassionate and adequate care to all my clients.
I specialize in Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, psychotic disorders and many more mental health specialties and diagnosis.
I offer a holistic care encompassing all areas of mental health wellbeing and also dedicating my time to provide quality, compassionate and adequate care to all my clients.
(765) 246-8420 View (765) 246-8420
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Brightside Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
(463) 293-1577 View (463) 293-1577
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Nicole Spence
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
Specializing in perinatal mood disorders, psychopharmacology, ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders (PMDD, bipolar), and binge eating, I provide comprehensive care through tailored treatment plans.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for mental health. Specializing in medication management, I collaborate with patients to create personalized treatment plans that optimize outcomes. I integrate traditional and complementary therapies to address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Passionate about continued learning, I stay current with advancements in mental health and prioritize building strong, trusting relationships to empower patients in their recovery.
Specializing in perinatal mood disorders, psychopharmacology, ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders (PMDD, bipolar), and binge eating, I provide comprehensive care through tailored treatment plans.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for mental health. Specializing in medication management, I collaborate with patients to create personalized treatment plans that optimize outcomes. I integrate traditional and complementary therapies to address the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Passionate about continued learning, I stay current with advancements in mental health and prioritize building strong, trusting relationships to empower patients in their recovery.
(765) 525-2711 View (765) 525-2711
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Renee Wilson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Those with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD tend to respond very well with this approach.
Hello, my name is Renee Wilson, and I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) working with clients throughout the state of Indiana via telehealth. I use a functional and integrative approach to treat children and adults with various mental health conditions. I have found that using a combination of psychiatric medications, supplements, and therapy usually provides the best outcomes. My approach to providing mental healthcare is holistic and individualized. The effectiveness of psychiatric medications can vary in each person, so we will work together to find medications that work best for you.
Those with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD tend to respond very well with this approach.
Hello, my name is Renee Wilson, and I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) working with clients throughout the state of Indiana via telehealth. I use a functional and integrative approach to treat children and adults with various mental health conditions. I have found that using a combination of psychiatric medications, supplements, and therapy usually provides the best outcomes. My approach to providing mental healthcare is holistic and individualized. The effectiveness of psychiatric medications can vary in each person, so we will work together to find medications that work best for you.
(765) 727-5620 View (765) 727-5620
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Christopher J. Dull
Psychiatrist, MD, JD
Verified Verified
Zionsville, IN 46077
I am particularly interested in the treatment of Major Depression and Manic Depression ( Bipolar Disorder), Substance Use Disorders and the use of Medically Assisted Treatment (Suboxone, Zubsolv, Naltrexone, e.
I am dedicated to thoughtful and persisting care for my Adolescent, Adult, and Elder Adult patients. I believe it is my job first to help my patients be heard. When one is able to articulate and discuss his or her concerns, then the meaning of these issues comes into better focus. On the basis of this information, we can build a more lasting, substantial plan to best meet one’s unique needs and goals. I am extremely grateful to Vanderbilt and Johns Hopkins for my medical & Psychiatry residency training. I am especially grateful to my patients. They have taught me most of all.
I am particularly interested in the treatment of Major Depression and Manic Depression ( Bipolar Disorder), Substance Use Disorders and the use of Medically Assisted Treatment (Suboxone, Zubsolv, Naltrexone, e.
I am dedicated to thoughtful and persisting care for my Adolescent, Adult, and Elder Adult patients. I believe it is my job first to help my patients be heard. When one is able to articulate and discuss his or her concerns, then the meaning of these issues comes into better focus. On the basis of this information, we can build a more lasting, substantial plan to best meet one’s unique needs and goals. I am extremely grateful to Vanderbilt and Johns Hopkins for my medical & Psychiatry residency training. I am especially grateful to my patients. They have taught me most of all.
(317) 934-2051 View (317) 934-2051
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Lindsay M Pringle
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
Kokomo, IN 46902
I work with a wide range of mental health diagnoses such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder and provide trauma informed care; through medication management and psychotherapy practices.
I am passionate about patient care dedicated to my profession in nursing as well as helping my patients/clients with their mental and physical healthcare needs. I have 25 + years experience in Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing; educated as both a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am committed to my patients, my career and providing the best most individualized, compassionate and holistic care possible. I look forward to working with you as a team to meet your needs.
I work with a wide range of mental health diagnoses such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder and provide trauma informed care; through medication management and psychotherapy practices.
I am passionate about patient care dedicated to my profession in nursing as well as helping my patients/clients with their mental and physical healthcare needs. I have 25 + years experience in Nursing and Advanced Practice Nursing; educated as both a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am committed to my patients, my career and providing the best most individualized, compassionate and holistic care possible. I look forward to working with you as a team to meet your needs.
(765) 725-6968 View (765) 725-6968
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Robert Whitacre
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Zionsville, IN 46077
Robert specializes in treating a wide array of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSDtrauma, and psychosisschizophrenia.
Robert Whitacre, NP, is a highly skilled prescriber practicing in Indiana, dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health and achieve lasting wellbeing. With a compassionate and individualized approach, Robert supports clients ages 15 and older, offering a range of evidencebased services including individual therapy, medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TMS. His practice also includes specialized support for substance abuse recovery through medicationassisted treatment.
Robert specializes in treating a wide array of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSDtrauma, and psychosisschizophrenia.
Robert Whitacre, NP, is a highly skilled prescriber practicing in Indiana, dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health and achieve lasting wellbeing. With a compassionate and individualized approach, Robert supports clients ages 15 and older, offering a range of evidencebased services including individual therapy, medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TMS. His practice also includes specialized support for substance abuse recovery through medicationassisted treatment.
(463) 241-3586 View (463) 241-3586
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Megan Gibson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
Her expertise extends to managing ADHD, bipolar disorder, childhood behavior issues, obsessivecompulsive disorder, postpartum depression/anxiety, psychosis/schizophrenia, and sleep disorders/insomnia.
Megan Gibson, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health and is dedicated to promoting mental wellness for patients in Indiana. With a therapeutic approach rooted in acceptance, patience, and understanding, Megan creates a nonjudgmental environment that fosters healing and personal growth. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering comprehensive care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Her expertise extends to managing ADHD, bipolar disorder, childhood behavior issues, obsessivecompulsive disorder, postpartum depression/anxiety, psychosis/schizophrenia, and sleep disorders/insomnia.
Megan Gibson, PMHNP, practices at LifeStance Health and is dedicated to promoting mental wellness for patients in Indiana. With a therapeutic approach rooted in acceptance, patience, and understanding, Megan creates a nonjudgmental environment that fosters healing and personal growth. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, offering comprehensive care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
(463) 258-7619 View (463) 258-7619
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Marvelyn Thompson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Online Only
My goal is to provide compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to your unique needs, focusing on Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD and many more, helping you achieve lasting well-being.
I prioritize a collaborative, holistic approach, where I work closely with patients to understand their specific mental, emotional, and physical health needs. My goal is to create a safe space where patients feel heard and empowered to actively participate in their care.
My goal is to provide compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to your unique needs, focusing on Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD and many more, helping you achieve lasting well-being.
I prioritize a collaborative, holistic approach, where I work closely with patients to understand their specific mental, emotional, and physical health needs. My goal is to create a safe space where patients feel heard and empowered to actively participate in their care.
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Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists

What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?

Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.

What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?

Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.

What kinds of problems does therapy help with?

Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.

What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?

Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.